DeKalb's School Schedule Adjusted Due To Ice Storm

DeKalb County Schools have announced their operational plans for Monday, which will follow a menacing ice storm in Georgia.

After Top School Official Indicted, DeKalb BOE Appoints Interim

DeKalb County Schools Superintendent Dr. Devon Horton is reportedly accused of tax evasion, wire fraud and other charges.

DeKalb, Decatur School Schedules Set After GA's Winter Storm

School officials in DeKalb County and Decatur have decided whether or not to open campuses on Wednesday as wintry weather lingers in GA.

DeKalb Schools, County Offices Adjust Schedules For Jan. 10

The DeKalb County School District has changed the school schedule for Friday. Here's the latest.

Back To School In DeKalb Co.: Here's What To Know

Patch has your back-to-school guide to lead you through the process as you prepare for the 2024-25 academic year in DeKalb County.

Saving Money On School Supplies? 5 Back-To-School Events In DeKalb

Check out this guide to a few back-to-school events being held in coming days in DeKalb County.

DeKalb County Names New School Superintendent: Report

Devon Horton will be the ninth DeKalb County Schools superintendent since 2010, a media report says.

Town Hall Meetings Set To Hear From Finalist For DCSD Superintendent

Dr. Devon Horton is the sole finalist to be the next superintendent of the DeKalb County School District.

DeKalb County School District Announces Superintendent Finalist

Dr. Devon Horton has been selected as the sole finalist for the district's superintendent position.

DeKalb County Schools Recognized For 'Improving School Climate'

More than 20 schools in the district were recognized by the Georgia Department of Education.

DeKalb County Schools Four-Year Graduation Rate Increases

The overall graduation rate increased by 0.8 over the prior year.

Decatur Schools Upping Security After Texas School Shooting

City Schools of Decatur sent an email to parents Wednesday saying that safety is a top priority. Decatur police will increase patrols.

9 DeKalb County Students Receive $2,500 National Merit Scholarships

Students in DeKalb County were among the more than 70 Georgians recently awarded $2,500 National Merit Scholarships.

Decatur Student Receives $2,500 National Merit Scholarship

A Decatur student from Paideia School was among the more than 70 Georgians recently awarded $2,500 National Merit Scholarships.

Decatur Teacher Named Amazon Future Engineer Teacher Of The Year

Chapel Hill Elementary School teacher, Aisha Chadwick, was selected as a ‘Future Engineer Teacher of the Year’ national recipient.

DeKalb County School Board Fires Superintendent

The DeKalb County School Board approved a separation agreement with Superintendent Cheryl Watson-Harris effective immediately.

Dekalb County Superintendent Issues Apology To Teachers: Report

Superintendent Cheryl Watson-Harris apologized for “upsetting and questionable” job descriptions sent to teachers in new contract.

Spring Break Fun In Dekalb County: List

Students can visit Stone Mountain, SeaQuest at Stonecrest Mall, visit Starlight Drive-Thru Theater and more.

New DeKalb Teachers' Contract Could Lead To Lawsuits: Report

A Metro Atlanta attorney says that next school year's contract is vague, hostile and possibly illegal, according to a report.

Mask Mandate Lifted In DeKalb School District

The DeKalb School District announced this week that students and staff will not be required to wear masks indoors or on buses.

Georgia Perimeter College: American Family Insurance Gift Benefits Prison Education Project, Place And Race Initiative

A gift of $200,000 will help expand Georgia State's Prison Education Project (GSUPEP), and $100,000 will support the College of Arts and ...

DeKalb County School District Hosts Career Fair March 5

DeKalb County School District has positions in special education, transportation, finance, public safety and more.

DeKalb Student Film Festival Kicks Off This Week

DeKalb County School District is hosting a student film festival.

Georgia Perimeter College: Perimeter College Celebrates Annual Daffodil Festival Feb. 22-23

The theme for the event is “PantherVision … We are Resilient and Revolutionary.”

New Doraville United Elementary School Celebrates New Building

The 118,911-square-foot building was built to relieve overcrowding, according to the DeKalb County School District.

Georgia Perimeter College: Perimeter College Celebrates Annual Daffodil Festival Feb. 22-23

The theme for the event is “PantherVision … We are Resilient and Revolutionary.”

New Doraville United Elementary School Will Host Ribbon Cutting

DeKalb County School District will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Doraville United Elementary School, the district announced.

Semester Ends For DeKalb Students Using Online Flex Program

DeKalb students using the district's online FLEX Academy program experienced technical and communication problems in the fall.

DeKalb Superintendent State Of The District Addresses Graduates

DeKalb County School District Superintendent Cheryl Watson-Harris shared her vision for 2022 graduates and highlighted recent successes.

DeKalb County School Police Start Active Shooter Training

DeKalb County School police are preparing for real life active shooter situations.

More Than 150 DeKalb County Teachers Missing Checks For Semester

Some DeKalb County School System teachers haven't been paid for last semester, despite a contract promising them $6,500.

Teen Carjacked In Student Pickup Line At Lithonia High School

Two men approached a student's sister with a gun, told her to get out the car and then drove away.

DeKalb Student Locked Out School For Forgetting Face Mask

A Cedar Grove High School parent says her daughter was kept from entering the school even though there were disposable masks at the door.

DeKalb School District Returns To Remote Learning Jan. 5

DeKalb County School District announced that students will begin their second semester virtually because of the rising COVID-19 cases.

COVID-19 Booster Shots Mandatory For Decatur School Teachers

City Schools of Decatur teachers and staff are now required to receive the COVID-19 booster shot by the end of January.

Georgia Perimeter College: Persistence And Hard Work Lead To Graduation For Devoted Twin Brother

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Masks Required Second Semester In DeKalb County Schools

The DeKalb County School district conducted a survey and found that 56 percent of students preferred the mask mandate.

Georgia Perimeter College: Annual Bennekin Black History Symposium To Focus On Past And Future

“Musical Genealogies: African American Musical Innovation and Commentary, from Freedom Songs to Hip-Hop” is the title of Ogbar's talk.

Perimeter College: ‘Like Candles On The Cake'

“I’m just so enthused about wearing this cap and gown; it’s like candles on the cake,” she said.

Perimeter College Graduate Bounces Back To Earn Nursing Degree

“The pandemic hit in the middle of nursing school,” she said. “I was dealing with marital issues and failed a class.”